reloader choice?

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doghntr

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I have narrowed my choice for a press down to three, Lyman Crusher 2,Hornady classic,and RCBS rock chuker. I want one of these kits to start out with, but am having trouble figuring out which to choose. Want oppinions on these kits. Keep in mind I need to keep cost on the low end and still get a good press. Wife wasn't to happy when I told her I needed a press. She dosen't undestand that in the long run I will be saving her money.
 
I bought the Rockchucker kit about 7 or 8 years ago and have been very pleased. The kit will get you started and extra things like brushes, hand primers, and tricklers will help a lot. I read all the instructions and was able to have good success with almost no previous experience. They make a wide variety of components and are readily available. Our local Walmart even carries the kit.
 
Another Vote for the R-Chucker!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-003.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif


Its built like a brick Comode Abode. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-006.gif
 
Of the three, I don't think that you would go wrong with any of them. RCBS will have a higher resale value. The Lyman kit looks to be the better value. It includes a case trimmer and I prefer the Lyman 55 powder measure to a non-micrometer adjustable RCBS or Hornady powder measure.

All three of the presses are beefier than most reloaders will ever need and I don't think you could ever wear one out or break them. I have an old C&H aluminum "C" press that will load just about anything.

I'm suprised that no one has told you that you will not save a penny relading but you will have alot of fun and do alot more shooting.

AWS
 
Another vote for the Rock chucker. I am using one that was a hand-me-down from my dad. It must be 40 yrs old. Works great. I have no complaints.
 
Yet another RCBS vote.

I suspect the OP knows it won't save any money...but his wife doesn't need to know it! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-006.gif
 
Get the Rockchucker, and as others have said, you won't save $ reloading, but it's great to be able to work up your favorite loads.
Have fun and be safe! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smiliesmack.gif
 
RCBS makes good equipment. Spent about 30 years putting cases thru my Rockchucker. Got to say for the money this has been my choice for the last 13 years with no problems.

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Here's the powder dispenser setup I'm using just to show that I do still use RCBS equipment.

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These are the cartridges now going thru my reloading equipment and they all seem to be very accurate.

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My suggestion is get the Lee kit to start out with and use the several hundred bucks in savings for dies, bullets, primers and powder to start with. From 45 years of reloading I can't tell a bit of difference in the ammo I've produced with several different brands of equipment.

If you want absolutely the best most accurate press on the market the Corbon fills that bill.

OK guys now the Lee bashers can have their turn.
 
Another side to reloading that rarely gets mentioned. If you have watched the availability of quality commercial ammunition lately and all of the "out of stock, no backorder" comments, having a supply of components and the knowledge/ability to roll your own can mean the difference between being a shooter and a 'wanna be' shooter.

I realize that when we finally bring our troops home, the availability of the good stuff will loosen up, but by then the Dems may have pushed through some roadblocks that will make reloading even more necessary.

I would agree with the RCBS or Lee for starting out. Both have excellent quality and customer service.
 
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